James A.W. Shaw
About James A.W. Shaw
James A.W. Shaw is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. James A.W. Shaw is recognized in the following practice area:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Labor Law - Union
Current Firm: Segal Roitman LLP
Education: Northeastern University, J.D., graduated 2007
Location: Boston, MA
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